# Where to watch Earthbound (2012) in the UK

> Earthbound (2012) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. It can also be rented from Rakuten TV or bought from Rakuten TV. Last verified on 4 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2012  
**Runtime:** 93 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 4.4/10  
**Genres:** Comedy, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Romance  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 4 May 2026 (2026-05-04T12:50:08.648Z)  

## Synopsis

At eleven years old Joe Norman is told by his dying father that he is an alien hiding on earth. Joe believes him. He grows up to be a die-hard fan-boy working in a comic shop. When he falls for down-to-earth Maria, a fellow sci-fi fan, he is inspired to lead a more normal social existence. Until intergalactic bounty hunters track Joe down at his new office and the couple soon learn the dangerous truth about who Joe really is.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/170349-earthbound/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Earthbound)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Earthbound)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Earthbound for free in the UK?**

Earthbound (2012) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Earthbound?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Rakuten TV so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Earthbound?**

Yes. Earthbound can be bought as a digital download from Rakuten TV in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Earthbound on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Earthbound is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/170349/earthbound-2012
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/6k0gqalXW4ElNu07bvNZhQvFrul.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/170349/earthbound-2012.json

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